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Access Site CA

Madesi River Access at Pit 5 Dam Put-in

Pit 5 River • Pit River

Source: american_whitewater Updated 6 months ago

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City: CA
County: Shasta
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 40.99632200, -121.87275800
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Whitewater Run
IV Put-in Pit 5 - 6) Pit 5: Pit 5 Dam to Pit 5 Powerhouse
9.3 mi • 45 ft/mi
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About This Access Site
Madesi River Access at Pit 5 Dam serves as a whitewater put-in location for paddlers accessing the Pit 5 area in Shasta County. This is a specialized access point designed for whitewater kayakers and canoeists looking to run river sections in the region. The dam put-in configuration indicates this is likely a controlled access point where water releases and flow conditions can affect paddling opportunities. Given its classification as a whitewater put-in, this site is best suited for paddlers with intermediate to advanced skills who are familiar with moving water and current management.